xCraft X2 Geo User manual
©2018 xCraft Enterprises
X2 Geo is a trademark
of xCraft Enterprises
OPERATORS MANUAL
REVISION 02|JAN 1, 2018
NOTE
Dear xCraft Pilot,
Thank you for purchasing the x2 Geo! Please note that while the enclosed information
is valid at the time of shipping, it is important to check all of the appropriate and up to
date legal and nonlegal information on our website: xcraft.io
Also, remember to register your x2 Geo at: https://www.faa.gov/uas/registration/
Before you y it is a good idea to read up on the regulations in your area at: http://
knowbeforeyouy.org/
Sincerely,
Team xCraft
XCRAFT SUPPORT
Contact xCraft Support for questions and technical help.
Email: support@xcraft.io
Call: 1 (208) 665-1353
Support line hours:
Mon-Fri 8 am to 5 pm PST
xCraft Enterprises
418 E Lakeside Ave Ste 08
Coeur d’ Alene, ID. 83814
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x2 Geo Operation Manual
©2018 xCraft Enterprises
x2 Geo is a trademark of xCraft Enterprises
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ATTENTION!
Prior to assembly and/or operation of this x2 Geo you must fully read and comply with all instructions and
warnings contained in the Operation and Maintenance Manual or any other manual or documentation
accompanying this x2 Geo product.
You must operate this x2 Geo safely, responsibly, and in accordance with any and all applicable rules, laws
and regulations as well as all checklists, emergency procedures and all other instructions contained in the
Operating and Maintenance Manual and any other manuals or documentation that accompany this x2 Geo
product.
FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THE X2 GEO OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL OR ANY OTHER MANUALS
OR DOCUMENTATION THAT ACCOMPANY THIS PRODUCT WILL RESULT IN THE LIMITED WARRANTY
CONTAINED IN THE OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL TO BECOME VOID.
ADDITIONALLY, THE LIMITED WARRANTY CONTAINED IN THE OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL
WILL BECOME VOID IF YOU FAIL TO COMPLY WITH SPECIFIC NOTES OR WARNINGS CONTAINED IN THE
OPERATING MAINTENANCE MANUAL, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO: ANY FAILURE TO CONDUCT
PREFLIGHT OR OTHER PERIODIC INSPECTIONS; SUBJECTING THE X2 GEO TO ANYTHING BEYOND ORDINARY
AND INTENDED USE; MODIFYING THE X2 GEO OR ITS SOFTWARE; OR USE OF THE X2 GEO IN VIOLATION OF
ANY APPLICABLE LOCAL, STATE OR FEDERAL RULES, LAWS OR REGULATIONS.
SAFETY AND COMPLIANCE
WARNING!
This x2 Geo unit can be dangerous. Read and follow all safety and operating instructions before using
the x2 Geo, and ensure that basic safety precautions are always followed during operation of the x2 Geo.
Failure to do so can result in damage to the product or personal property and cause serious injury. This
is a sophisticated product. It must be operated with caution and common sense and requires some basic
mechanical ability. Failure to operate this product in a safe and responsible manner could result in injury or
damage to the product or other property. This product is not intended for use by children without direct adult
supervision. DO NOT use incompatible components or alter this product in any way outside of the documents
provided by xCraft Enterprises. This Operating and Maintenance Manual contains instructions for safety,
operation and maintenance. It is essential to read and follow all of the instructions and warnings in the x2 Geo
user manual, prior to assembly, setup or use, in order to operate the product correctly and avoid damage or
serious injury. If situations occur that are not specically covered in this Operating and Maintenance Manual
(this “Manual”), use care and good judgement.
Operators of the x2 Geo agree to operate the x2 Geo safely, responsibly and only for authorized and lawful
purposes. Operators of the x2 Geo are solely responsible for complying with, and by using this x2 Geo unit
each operator represents that it has read and agrees to comply with:
All instructions, warnings and terms and conditions on the x2 Geo unit and in this Manual and any other
manuals or documentation that accompany the x2 Geo, the remote control unit (if applicable) and any other
accessory included with this x2 Geo unit (if applicable);
All checklists, emergency procedures, and preight inspections and periodic inspections and maintenance as
indicated in this Manual; and
Any and all applicable governmental and administrative laws, rules, regulations, guidelines and ight
restrictions, whether federal, state, local or international, including, without limitation, any and all applicable
aviation, communication, data protection, safety, and privacy laws.
This manual and the legal terms and conditions contained in this Manual are subject to change at any time
without prior notice – please refer to
www.xcraft.io for the latest version.
SAFETY
Always keep the x2 Geo in a visual line of sight.
Do not y under the inuence of drugs or alcohol.
Do not y indoors.
Do not y at night.
Always y outside in clear, open areas away from any people, houses, vehicles, buildings, power lines, trees,
etc.
Do not y over or near property owned by governmental entities or other individuals without their express
permission.
Do not y near international borders.
Do not y in bad weather conditions such as rain, snow, high winds, or fog.
Take ying lessons, and practice ying often.
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X2 Geo
Storage Container
Parts List
(Photo)
TRANSMITTER
BATTERY
X2 GEO VEHICLE
PYLON
BATTERY
CHARGER
LONG RANGE TELEMETRY
KICKSTAND
SPARE PROPS
(3) 10X5 R, (3) 10X5, (1) FOLDING
TOOLKIT
TRANSMITTER BATTERIES
USB CABLE
MICRO-USB CABLE
PARTS LIST
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SUPPORT.............................................................................2
ATTENTION / SAFETY AND COMPLIANCE................................3
PARTS LIST .........................................................................4
TABLE OF CONTENTS ...........................................................5
DEFINITION OF TERMS.........................................................6
PREPARING THE X2 GEO FOR FLIGHT
PREPARING THE VEHICLE ............................................9
CONNECTING RFD 900+ TELEMETRY.............................11
CALIBRATING YOUR X2 GEO .......................................12
FLYING THE X2 GEO
AUTONOMOUS FLIGHT - PLANNING WAYPOINT MISSION
...14
AUTONOMOUS FLIGHT - PLANNING SURVEY MISSION
.......15
FLYING THE AUTONOMOUS MISSION............................16
MANUAL FLIGHT..........................................................17
SENSORS ............................................................................19
UPDATING FIRMWARE ..........................................................21
DATA PROCESSING ..............................................................22
MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING...............................23
SPECIFICATIONS .................................................................24
NOTICES & WARNINGS.........................................................25
LEGAL TERMS & CONDITIONS...............................................27
REGULATORY COMPLIANCE & GOVERNMENT REGULATIONS ....29
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1. x2 Geo
The x2 Geo is a powerful, multi-rotor machine. This hybrid VTOL craft combines the
precision of a quadcopter with the speed and endurance of a xed wing aircraft. Denition
of components is provided below.
DEFINITION OF TERMS
qWing
wPylon
eSpinner
rMotor
tNosecone
y10x5 Propeller
u10x5R Propeller
iFolding Propeller
r
r
r
u
y
e
e
e
i
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TOP
BOTTOM
Left
Elevon
Right
Elevon
Kickstand
DEFINITION OF TERMS
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2. Transmitter
MODEVTOL
-Stabilize
-Hold Position
-Mission
Hover-
Cruise-
qPower Switch
wDisplay
eThrottle / Yaw
rPitch / Roll
tVTOL Switch
yMode Switch
DEFINITION OF TERMS
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STEP 1: ASSEMBLY
Assemble your x2 Geo (see parts list)
q Open your x2 Geo case on a at level surface.
wRemove pylon, kickstand and x2 Geo vehicle from case to begin assembly.
eAttach pylon to x2 Geo with bolts and washer.
rAttach kickstand with screw and nut.
PREPARING THE X2 GEO FOR FLIGHT
PREPARING VEHICLE
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PREPARING THE X2 GEO FOR FLIGHT
PREPARING VEHICLE
tAttach 10x5 propeller (silver spinner) on right
wing motor.
yAttach 10x5R propeller (black spinner) on left
wing motor
Note: This spinner is reverse threaded.
uCheck all of your attachment points to be sure
everything is rmly in place.
iConnect the battery in your vehicle.
Left wing motor
Letters facing up!
Right wing motor
Letters facing up!
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Camera connection Battery connection
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